Faye,age 17,has no appetite,no energy,and no interest in any of the activities that used to give her pleasure.In addition,she feels worthless and has problems concentrating and making any decisions.Faye has had these symptoms for a month.Faye is probably suffering from
A)dysphoric disorder.
B)bipolar disorder.
C)a major depressive disorder.
D)normal adolescent mood swings.

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The symptoms described suggest a major depressive disorder, characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, apathy, loss of interest in activities, and low self-esteem lasting for at least two weeks. Adolescent mood swings are typically short-lived and do not persist for a month or more. Dysphoric disorder and bipolar disorder may share some symptoms with major depressive disorder, but they have distinct features that are not described in the scenario.

Faye,age 17,has No Appetite,no Energy,and No Interest in Any of the Activities